Hill Harper Is The Only Reason To Watch CSI New York!

I am so glad the three month writer’s strike is finally over now!  I can now resume watching new episodes of CSI New York. The only reason I watch CSI New York is to see the talented and sexy actor Hill Harper! Hill Harper is so handsome, this guy is a hunk! Hill is also a role model he takes this very seriously.

Hill Harper is very educated he has a law degree from Harvard law school and a Masters degree in Public Administration. Hill is also the author of the book “Letters To A Young Brother”. I will admit, I have not read Hill’s book but I plan to purchase a copy and read the book ASAP. Too bad Hill Harper is straight how unfortunate for me LOL!

Why Is The Sports Culture So Heterosexist And Macho?

LA Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant has decided against having surgery on his finger despite having ligament damage. I wonder is this wise on Kobe’s part? I think Kobe should have surgery and have the proper amount of time for convalescence. Since the sports media in North America is dominated by heterosexual men there is a constant battle for male athletes must prove their masculinity. It is a chilling reminder to men that don’t conform to the heterosexist matrix of masculinity that other men are our oppressors.

I can’t image being an athlete because the intense pressure men place on other men is simply incredible. Sports fans on various internet blogs have praised Kobe for “fighting” through the pain and supporting his teammates.

Why is masculinity tied towards concealing physical, psychological, and emotional pain? Why are men only allowed to express anger or physical strength in popular culture? Is it masculine to deny physical pain?

I notice in North America there is so much pressure on men to constantly present this image that we are “strong” all the time. I never played that heterosexist game of trying to be macho. I guess because I am a sensitive person I never hide my feelings.I wonder if the right message is being sent to “fight” through intense pain just maintain the masculine image of being a “strong” man?